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AFCON: Osimhen returns for Super Eagles, as Gabriel Osho gets another call-up
  • AFCON
  • November 6, 2024
  • 2 min read

AFCON: Osimhen returns for Super Eagles, as Gabriel Osho gets another call-up

Ahead of the AFCON qualifier, Nigeria coach, Augustine Eguavoen has named 23 players to the squad. The Super Eagles will face Benin Republic and Rwanda, as they need only one point from the two matches to qualify for next year’s AFCON. Reigning African Best footballer of the year, Victor Osimhen has been called back to

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U17 Women’s World Cup: USA dumps Nigeria to qualify for semis

U17 Women’s World Cup: USA dumps Nigeria to qualify for semis

Kennedy Fuller and Kimmi Ascanio’s goals gifted USA a win over Nigeria, into the semi-finals of the FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup. In a rematch of their 2022 edition quarter-final loss to the African giant, USA avenged the loss to advance. The win makes it the first time USA qualifies to the semi-finals since the

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U17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria defeats hosts nation to top the group, set up USA quarters

U17 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria defeats hosts nation to top the group, set up USA quarters

The Flamingoes of Nigeria defeated Dominican Republic 1-0, courtesy of a late wonder goal from Shakirat Moshood. The host nation displayed solid defense but later fell to a late goal, as the Flamingos set up a second straight quarterfinal clash with USA. Goalkeeper Jaylene Rondon also had the Dominican Republic on course for their second

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Dele-Bashiru’s late strike secures win for Super Eagles
  • AFCON
  • October 11, 2024
  • 2 min read

Dele-Bashiru’s late strike secures win for Super Eagles

Nigeria claimed a late win over Libya, courtesy of a Fisayo Dele-Bashiru’s strike at the Godswill Akpabio International Stadium in Uyo. The Super Eagles won 1-0 to continue unbeaten at the AFCON 2025 qualifying campaign. They dominated almost the whole game but could not find a way through until the dying minutes of the game. The

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U20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria crumbles against Japan as Netherlands defeats France

U20 Women’s World Cup: Nigeria crumbles against Japan as Netherlands defeats France

African giant, Nigeria, lost to Japan to disqualify from the 2024 FIFA U20 Women’s World Cup. The Super Falconets lost 2-1 at the Round of 16 clash, despite a late fight against the Asians. Goals in either half from Matsunaga and Hijikata were enough for Japan to survive a late Nigeria fightback. The 2018 champions

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